Bengal Kittens
Bold rosettes, a glittered coat, and a personality that follows you room to room.
Why a Bengal?
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Wild Look, Warm Heart
Rosettes or marbling and a sleek athletic build, paired with a temperament that's affectionate and people-focused.
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Active & Engaged
Bengals want to be part of what you're doing — expect a cat that plays fetch, opens doors, and follows conversations.
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Striking Coats
Brown/golden rosette and snow (lynx-point) patterns, with the signature glittered coat that catches light.
Meet the parents
Families choose a kitten by its parents — so here are ours. Every kitten comes from our own home-raised, health-tested Bengals.
Kenya
Gold Fanky
The Bengal at a glance
Bengals were developed by crossing domestic cats with the Asian leopard cat — that's where their wild, leopard-like look comes from. Today's Bengal is a fully domestic companion: intelligent, playful and deeply attached to its people.
Coat
Short, silky and often glittered, in spotted (rosetted) or marbled patterns.
Size
Medium to large and athletic. Males are typically larger and more muscular; females are smaller and more refined.
Personality
Curious, active and people-oriented. Many follow their owners from room to room and happily learn tricks.
Lifespan
Typically 12–16 years with good care.
Colors we raise: Brown (from golden to brown-black) · Silver · Snow (lynx and mink) — in spotted and marbled patterns.
Bengal colors
Kittens from our recent photoshoot — brown, silver and snow Bengals raised at Bimini Cats.
How a Bengal kitten grows
Bengal kittens change dramatically during their first year. Here's what to expect.
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Birth to 3 weeks
Eyes open, first wobbly steps and lots of time with mom. Kittens are gently handled every day from the very start.
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3 to 12 weeks — the "fuzzy stage"
The coat may look softer, lighter or less contrasted than an adult Bengal's. It's completely normal — eye color changes too, from blue-gray at birth to the adult color over the first months.
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10 to 12 weeks — ready for home
Kittens go home once they're healthy, litter-box trained, confident and well socialized — usually at 10 to 12 weeks.
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The first year
The coat becomes richer in color, clearer in pattern and more glittery as the kitten matures.
Choosing a Bengal kitten? Pay close attention to the pattern, markings and overall coat quality — at a young age the coat is still developing, and its beauty and definition keep emerging as the kitten matures.
How They're Raised
Raised in our home, not a cage bank
Every Bengal kitten grows up inside our home with daily handling and interaction, so the confident, social temperament the breed is known for is already there by the time you meet them.
A Look Inside Our Cattery
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Certifications & Health
Our breeding cats come from carefully selected bloodlines imported from Europe and Canada.
TICA Registered
Bimini Cats and all of our Bengals are registered with TICA.
Health-Tested Parents
Every breeding cat tests negative on UC Davis DNA panels for FIV/FeLV, PK-Deficiency and PRA-b, and is screened for HCM by a veterinary cardiologist.
Vet-Checked Before They Go Home
Every kitten is examined and up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations.
What Bengal families say
“PERFECTION in every way. Sveta is the breeder you want to do business with — a total pro who made the entire process effortless.”
“I have two beautiful bengals from Bimini — both playful, affectionate, with prominent rosettes. Highly recommend!”
“I wanted a Bengal cat for many years and was looking for top breeders in NY. When I came across Bimini cattery…”
“So grateful to have found this cattery. We added the most beautiful female Bengal kitten to our family…”
“Excellent service! We got Abyssinian and Bengal kittens from BiminiCats. The process of adoption was smooth and easy.”
“ If you're looking for a cat that just eats, sleeps and sheds, a Bengal is definitely not for you! Bengals have dog-like personalities — they follow you around the house and want to be part of everything you do. And honestly? I shed more than my Bengals! 😄 ”
— Lana, Bimini Cats
From our blog
Have a question? Talk to Lana directly
We reply personally — choose whatever is easiest for you.
FAQ
Are Bengals good with dogs, other cats and kids?
Yes. Bengals get along well with dogs of any breed, with other cats and with children — they love being part of family life.
Are Bengals hypoallergenic?
No cat is 100% hypoallergenic, and no honest breeder can guarantee it — every person reacts differently. That said, Bengals are often better tolerated than other breeds: some of our families are allergic to other cats but not to their Bengal.
If allergies are a concern, tell us and we'll talk it through honestly.
Do Bengals shed?
Very little. Bengals are excellent self-groomers and typically shed very little — honestly, Lana says she sheds more than her Bengals! 😄
What's the difference between males and females?
There's no difference in personality — both are affectionate, playful companions. The main difference is size: males are bigger and more muscular. Males typically run 10–15 lbs, females 8–10 lbs.
Why does my Bengal kitten look lighter or "fuzzy"?
Bengal kittens go through a natural “fuzzy stage” when their coat may look softer, lighter or less contrasted. As they grow, the coat typically becomes richer in color, clearer in pattern and more glittery.
Eye color changes too: most kittens are born with blue-gray eyes that gradually develop into their adult color over the first months.
Does filling out the form commit me to anything?
No — the form simply starts the conversation. We'll get to know you, answer your questions and personally walk you through how reserving a kitten works before anything is decided.
What health guarantees do you offer?
Every kitten comes from genetically tested, health-screened parents. We'll walk you through documentation and what's covered when we talk.
Do you deliver, or do we pick up?
We're based in Brooklyn, NY and place kittens with families across the East Coast — New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. We'll figure out what works for your location together.
Ready to meet a Bengal kitten?
Tell us a bit about your home and we'll be in touch personally to answer your questions and talk through next steps.